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About the Appalachian Regional Commission
	
	
				
	
	
	The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) is an economic development partnership entity of the federal government and 13 state governments focusing on 423 counties across the Appalachian Region. ARC’s mission is to innovate, partner, and invest to build community capacity and strengthen economic growth in Appalachia to help the Region achieve socioeconomic parity with the nation.





	


  
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      ARC’s History and Work in Appalachia
          
                      Since 1965, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has invested with local, regional, and state partners to transform Appalachian communities, create jobs, and strengthen the regional economy.
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ARC’s Structure and Leadership
          
                      ARC’s leadership includes the governors from each of the 13 Appalachian states and a Federal Co-Chair who is appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate. ARC staff supports regional economic growth in partnership with state staff and other local officials.
          
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Information about ARC’s mission and work to positively impact the economic development of the Region can be found here.




	



Budget, Performance, and Policy
          ARC’s work is governed by the Appalachian Regional Development Act (ARDA) and the ARC Code.
							

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          ARC issues press releases, legislative updates and a weekly newsletter, In the Region.
							

  Events and Workshops
          ARC hosts various workshops, convenings and other events advancing economic growth in the Region.





	


  
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                      ARC offers career opportunities in grant management, communications, finance, human resources, technology, and research and other specialties.
          
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